Knit a Bit LLC NewsletterFebruary 26, 2012
in this issue
:: News to Know
:: Book of the Week
:: F.O.'s Gallery
:: Pattern of the Week
 
 
 
Yes, it's a LEAP YEAR which only means an extra day!  An extra day to knit, crochet and create!  Take advantage of it!  Knit-a-Bit would like to offer a little incentive!  If you purchase any 29"-32" circular needle, you'll receive 20% off! One day only!  2/29/2012! LEAP DAY!! 
 
Speaking of extra, we wanted to remind you of the extra hour that we have extended at Knit-a-Bit!  We are now open Tuesday - Saturday until 5:00!  Wednesdays we are still open until 7:-00 and Sundays 12:00 - 4:00!  
Signature Needles 
 
Words cannot describe how it feels to knit with Signature needles.....oohing and aaahing can be heard from around the table when the lucky ones are using these divine tools!  We have some in stock!  We haven't even had the opportunity to put them on the wall to display because they have been purchased right from the box!  Come check out this shipment and hope that you are able to acquire a set!  We will be ordering more, but come see what we're raving about!!  In the spirit of the day, these are worthy of an Academy Award!
Pattern of the Week 
 
Right now I am working on the Gramps Cardigan from TotToppers and I'm using Balance from Tunney Wools.  I am enjoying both!  The cardigan is too cute and a variety of sizes are available, but, since it is LEAP DAY this week, we're adding an extra week that the individual patterns are 50% off!  Okay, that can only mean that all of the individual patterns are featured this week, but with a little extra attention to the Gramps Cardigan! 
The Balance Yarn is featured as the spotlight this week!  It's 50/50 cotton and merino wool, works up on a 5 - 7 needle with 4.75 - 5.50 stitches to the inch and has a little rustic touch to the colors!  Come by and check it out!  



Book of the Week 
Little Red in the City 
by Ysolda Teague 
 

Attention all you knitters out there, are you tired of ill fitting sweaters? Sweaters that are too big, too small, too short, too long or necklines that don't fit right. If this sounds like you, then this week's featured book

Little Red in the City is just for you.

From innovative designer Ysolda Teague come's Little Red in the City. This book is part pattern collection; part resource book; Ysolda shares all of her tips for successful sweaters that perfectly fit your body. Each of the seven inspiring designs is modeled by Ysolda herself and by her friend Amanda Allen, showing the garment in two different sizes and helping you envision how each design will look on your own shape. Patterns include a vest, several cardigans, including one with a Fair Isle neckline, and even a lovely hooded jacket.

Little Red in the city is divided into three sections; Tools for Successful Sweaters, Techniques that you need to complete your project, and seven wonderful patterns.  There are 15-17 sizes are included in each pattern, ranging from a 28-60 finished bust size.   With so many sizes to pick from, and guidance within each pattern on how to customize the fit, it should be easy to get a great result. The extensive reference section will equip you with all of the tools you need to achieve a perfect fit.

Ysolda Teague is a young Scottish designer who has published popular knitting patterns in Twist Collective and Knitty, as well as two books in her Whimsical Little Knits series.

Stop in this week and pick up your copy of Little Red in the City @ 30% off 

and you will in on your way to a perfect fit. Happy Knitting!

 
Updated Class Schedule!!  LACE CLASS!!

 
The updated class schedule is now posted! The newest schedule will begin the week of March 12th (which is sooner than we realize!). We will continue with Beginner Knitting and Crochet in addition to project classes. Follow this link to view the schedule:Class schedule but that's not all!!!  

Introduction to Lace Class will be held two consecutive Saturdays from 2:00 - 4:00 on March 3 and March 10.  Cheryl will be instructing you to learn a lace chart for a simple straight lace piece and then you will move on to different shaped lace patterns! The cost for both classes is $65.00 and in addition, you will receive 20% off all lace yarn purchased for the class! Call to sign up at 908-301-0053.
F.O.'s Gallery

 

This beautiful afghan sampler was completed by Janet in Lynn's class!  Each square is a different pattern that Janet learned and perfected to complete this family heirloom!  Way to go Janet!!



Carol did this too cute hat from ITTY BITTY HATS by Susan Anderson.  She used Cascade 220 Superwash!  Just picture how adorable this will be on the lucky reciepient!

 
Lisa did a phenomenal job knitting the Bella's Mittens from the Twilight series.  She obtained the pattern for free on ravelry and they came out great using Malabrigo Chunky!  Awesome! 



Pam has been busy knitting these headbands in addition to being a photographer!  The headband is the Parisian Twist Head Wrap from ravelry and this particular one is knit up with Manos Maxima doubled. Thanks Pam for all of your talents!

The Oscar goes to......

Watching the Oscars and knitting or crocheting is the ideal way to spend the evening!  It can only be enhanced by seeing George Clooney in a tuxedo!  WHOA!  We would like to wish you an evening of "star gazing" while your needles and hooks are in your hands! Jefffrey will give us a full report on his return from his fantasy trip....
 
Pam will be knitting this Monday night and she may even have her camera to snap your finished project to share!
 
Call to sign up for classes!  They start the week of March 12th!  .Hope to see you this week!  

Susan and Harriet!
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